On the NASDTEC What's Going On... podcast we talk with jurisdiction, local education agency (LEA), and educator preparation program (EPP) leaders about current initiatives, new or ongoing, within that state, school district or
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In this episode we are talking with Brian Devine, the Director of Educator Licensure in the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. We review the various policies that were implemented
during the pandemic to help school districts, educators and prospective educators with regards to licensure and review the components that have remained in place for the 2021-22 school year. Brian can be reached at BrianJ.Devine@mass.gov.
In this episode, we talk with Leah Breen. Leah works in the Michigan Department of Education and serves as the Director of the Office of Educator Excellence. We discuss Michigan's campaign focused specifically on the ability for districts to rehire
educators with expired certifications, and sponsor a waiver of some renewal requirements to attain recertification. Ms. Breen can be reached at BreenL1@michigan.gov
In this episode we meet with Dr. Byron Darnall, the Associate Commissioner in the Office of Educator Licensure & Effectiveness from the state of Kentucky. Dr. Darnall discusses the GoTeachKY teacher recruitment initiative.Dr. Darnall can be reached
through email at byron.darnall@education.ky.gov.
In this episode, Dr. Aimee Green-Webb, the Chief of Human Resources in Jefferson County Public Schools (Louisville, KY) discusses how this large urban district has bucked a national trend in recent years by lowering it’s teacher attrition rate considerably,
increasing its number of new hires and diversifying its teacher workforce. Dr. Green-Webb may be contacted through email at aimee.green-webb@jefferson.kyschools.us.
In this episode Christina Linder and Katie Rhodenbaugh, from the College of Southern Idaho, discuss their work in rural teacher recruitment and retention. Christina Linder and Katie Rhodenbaugh may be reached through email at CPLinder@csi.edu and krhodenbaugh@csi.edu respectively.
Aaron Ross, the Director of Professional Conduct in the Ohio Department of Education, discusses a new, creative initiative called "Letters to Characters" designed to educate and inform certified personnel about the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct
for Ohio Educators. Aaron Ross can be reached at Aaron.Ross@education.ohio.gov.
Mischel Miller works in the Kansas State Department of Education where she serves as the Director of Teacher Licensure and Accreditation. In this episode, Dr. Miller talks about the new system for automatic renewal of teacher licenses in Kansas. Mischel
Miller can be reached at mmiller@ksde.org.
In this episode, Alex Manuel, the former Executive Director of the Washington Professional Educator Standards Board, discusses the development of new cultural competency standards for teachers. Alex Manuel can be reached at alexandra.manuel@k12.wa.us.
Our guest in this episode is Mike Arakawa from Nevada. Mr. Arakawa works in the Nevada Department of Education where he serves as the Chief Compliance Investigator. In our discussion, Mr. Arakawa talks about Nevada’s use of the Statewide Central Registry
to identify applicants who have had an allegation of child abuse or neglect substantiated against them. Mr. Arakawa can be reached through email at marakawa@doe.nv.gov.
Dr. Meghan Salyers, the Director of Student Teaching & Accreditation in the College of Education at the University of Mary discusses the use of the Model Code of Ethics for Educators in their teacher preparation program. Meghan Salyers and
Becky Pitkin can be reached at msalyers@umary.edu and rpitkin@nd.gov respectively.
Dr. Phil Rogers, the Executive Director and CEO of the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) and Marcus Beauregard, the Director of the Defense State Liaison Office with the Department of Defense,
discuss the progress, current status, and the direction of the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact. Each of our guests may be contacted through email. Marcus Beauregard's email is phil.rogers@nasdtec.org
In this episode we learn how Vermont is reducing barriers for people to enter the teaching profession. Patrick Halladay, the Director of Education Quality, and Andrew Prowten, the Pre-service Education Coordinator are our guests. They can be reached
through email at
patrick.halladay@vermont.gov and andrew.prowten@vermont.gov.
Season 2 of What's Going On... starts September 6, 2022.
In this episode, Lynn Hammonds, the Director of the Professional Educator Standards Boards Association (PESBA) and Tony Rosilez, the Executive Director of the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission,
a member of PESBA, discuss what PESBA is, how it serves its members and how independent standards boards differ from other jurisdictions. Both Lynn and Tony can be reached through email. Lynn’s email is lynn.hammonds@nasdtec.org and Tony’s email is anthony.rosilez@tspc.oregon.gov.
In this episode, Tim Neubert, the Executive Director of the for Employment in Education (AAEE) talks about AAEE's 41st Educator Supply and Demand annual report. The release date of this podcast coincides with the release date of the 2022-2023 Educator
Supply and Demand survey. Mr. Neubert can be contacted through email at execdir@aaee.org.
In this episode, Melissa Jacks, the Educator Licensure Program Manager for the Arkansas Department of Education, Division of Elementary and Secondary Education discusses how Arkansas is working to break down barriers to educator licensure through
their alternative assessment program.
Lynn Hammonds, the Director of the Professional Educator Standards Boards Association serves as a guest host on What's Going On and she talks with Tony Rosilez, the Executive Director of the the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission. In
their conversation, Tony discusses some of the actions that Oregon is taking to address the teacher shortage. Both Lynn and Tony can be reached through email. Lynn’s email is lynn.hammonds@nasdtec.org and
Tony’s email is anthony.rosilez@tspc.oregon.gov.
In this episode we talk with Ellen Sherratt, the Board President of The Teachers Salary Project. Ellen can be reached through email at info@teachersalaryproject.org.
In this episode with talk with Dr. PaQuita Morgan with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission about their HBCU Virtual Collaborative to fulfill Senate Bill (SB) 88, the Governor’s Pipeline Bill, which is aimed at promoting increased enrollment
in and completion of teacher education programs. Dr. Morgan may be contacted through email at Paquita.Morgan@gapsc.com.
Mary Harrill and Maria Estlund from the National Association for the Education of Young Children join us to talk about the Unifying Framework for the Early Childhood Education Profession. Mary Harrill serves as the Senior Director for Higher Education
Accreditation and Program Support and Maria Estlund is the State Policy Specialist. Both guests may be contacted through email. Mary Harrill’s email is mharrill@naeyc.org and Maria Estlund’s ismestlund@naeyc.org.
In this episode, we talk with Bradley Golub the Military Support Specialist and Program Recruiter for the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Mr. Golub tells us about the work Georgia is doing in recruiting and assisting military veterans who
are interested in second careers in PreK-12 education. Through this effort, Georgia offers job fit analysis, certification counseling, guidance in finding a position, and assistance throughout the transition process. Mr. Golub can be reached
through email at bradley.golub@gapsc.com.
In this episode, we talk with David Donaldson, the Managing Partner at the National Center for Grow Your Own (NCGYO) about the NCGYO, its background, and its current work. Mr. Donaldson may be contacted through email at info@ncgyo.org.
In this episode, we talk with Chris Koch from the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) where he serves as the President of CAEP. He shares the current work of CAEP and why national accreditation is important to the teaching profession
and educator preparation programs. Chris may be contacted through email at christopher.koch@caepnet.org.
In this episode we talk with Linda McKee from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). Linda serves as the Chief Operations Officer. She may be contacted through email at l.mckee@aaqep.org.
In this episode, we talk with Albert Chen the Acting Chief Executive Officer of PDK International Educators Rising, a not-for-profit organization with a community-based focus that provides Grow Your Own programming through the Educators Rising Curriculum
and supporting student activities. With a presence in all 50 states, chapters are provided classroom resources along with the opportunity to attend the National Conference where members, teacher leaders, and educators from around the nation come
together to showcase the skills they have gained in their education and training programs. Albert Chen may be contacted through email at ceo@pdkintl.org.
In this episode we talk with Dr. Malia Hite from the Utah State Board of Education. Malia serves as the Executive Coordinator of Educator Licensing and discusses Utah’s competency-based licensing structure which was adopted in 2020. Malia may be contacted
through email at Malia.Hite@schools.utah.gov.
In this episode we talk with Melody Mann, Executive Director at the Alaska Professional Teaching Practices Commission or PTPC, which is a division of the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, Carleen Mitchell, the Deputy Director of
the Alaska Public Entity Insurance, and Lon Garrison, the Executive Director of the Association of Alaska School Boards. They talk about their work training educators and bringing awareness to educator professional boundaries. Each can be reached
through email. Melody's email is melody.mann@alaska.gov. Carleen's email is cmitchell@akpei.com. Lon's email is lgarrison@aasb.org.
In this episode we start a two-part conversation with Jennifer Kirmes and Etai Mizrav where they discuss the Illinois State Board of Education's component approach to the state's educator shortage issue. Jennifer is the Executive Director in the office
of Teaching & Learning at the Illinois State Board of Education. Etai is a researcher and consultant to school systems on issues of educational inequality. Both can be reached through email. Jennifer Kirmes' email is JKIRMES@isbe.net and Etai Mizrav's email is etai@hey.com.
In this episode we continue our conversation with Jennifer Kirmes and Etai Mizrav where they discuss the Illinois State Board of Education's component approach to the state's educator shortage issue. Jennifer is the Executive Director in the office
of Teaching & Learning at the Illinois State Board of Education. Etai is a researcher and consultant to school systems on issues of educational inequality. Both can be reached through email. Jennifer Kirmes' email is JKIRMES@isbe.net and Etai Mizrav's email is etai@hey.com.
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Throndsen, the Director of Teaching and Learning at the Utah State Board of Education, discusses Utah’s work to provide additional support and raise expectations for K-3 reading. Dr. Throndsen can be reached through email
at Jennifer.Throndsen@schools.utah.gov.
In this episode, Tony Rosilez, NASDTEC Vice President and Annual Conference Planning Committee Chair, and Catherine Slagle, NASDTEC Development Coordinator, share with listeners what to expected at the upcoming 94th Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona.
Season 3 of What's Going On... starts September 12, 2023.
In this episode we talk with Debb Oliver from Mindful SEAD. Debb is a Learning Scientist, with research interests in Social Emotional, competency based and personalized learning. She co-founded and is
CEO of Mindful SEAD, a non-profit organization that inspires innovative teaching and learning through mindful practices and positive psychology by fostering community, personalized learning, developing leadership and embracing each individual’s
unique genius. Debb can be reached through email at doliver@mindfulsead.org.
In this episode with talk with Tuan Nguyen, Assistant Professor of Education at Kansas State University concerning his research around teacher shortages and the nuances and unique situations throughout
the country that can vary from region to region, district to district and school to school. Tuan can be contacted through email at nguyetd1@ksu.edu.
In this episode we talk with Jennifer Kammerud who works in the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and serves as the Director of the Licensing, Educator Advancement and Development Team and the
state's recent data collection from an array of preparation and employment sources to examine the current state of Wisconsin's K-12 education workforce. Jennifer may be contacted through email at jennifer.kammerud@dpi.wi.gov.
In this episode we talk with Eric Rossen, the Director of Professional Standards at the National Association of School Psychologists about NASP's current work, the need for more mental health practitioners
in schools and why school psychologists play an important role. Eric can be contacted through email at erossen@naspweb.org.
In this episode we talk with Tom Welch from The National Council for State Supervisors For Languages. Tom serves on a committee with the Council known as the Neural Network. Tom, describes himself as a
“Connectivist” a person who connects ideas and people who are committed to looking at new ways to cause learning. Tom may be contacted through email at twelchky@gmail.com.
In this episode, Angie Gant, the former Director of Program Approval with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, discusses Georgia's standards for clinical practice experiences and the state's
Pre-Service Certification that all candidates must hold prior to any clinical experience in Georgia.
In this episode, Sean Kottke, the Manager of the Educator Preparation Unit and Interim Assistant Director, and Bridgett McDowell, Education Assessment Specialist, from the the Office of Educator Excellence
at the Michigan Department of Education, discuss Michigan's teacher assessment changes. Sean and Bridgett may be contacted through email. Sean's email is kottkes@michigan.gov and Bridgett's is mcdowellb@michigan.gov.
As part of 2024 NASDTEC Forward Fund drive, we talk with a couple of the 2023 NASDTEC Forward Fund recipients to find out What's Going On in their classrooms. The NASDTEC Forward Fund, established by
the Executive Board in 2018, serves as our first philanthropic outreach to give back to the educational community. Its current priority is to support classroom teachers, especially those in under-represented groups and those who serve in high-need
schools. To contribute to the NASDTEC Forward Fund, visit us at https://www.nasdtec.net/donations/.
In this episode, we talk Kelly Coash-Johnson, the Executive Director of the of the American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA) about the upcoming 3rd National Educator Shortage Summit
on February 29th and March 1st, 2024. She shares some history with the previous two shortage summits and what participants can expect from this one. Kelly can be reached through email at kelly@aaspa.org.
In this episode, we talk with Heather Klesch from Evaluation Systems of Pearson about their work and enhancements in bias prevention and equity assurance in the test development, administration and
scoring processes. Heather is the Vice President of Educator Solutions for Licensing and Learning and can be reached through email at Heather.Klesch@Pearson.com.
In this episode, Krista Ried, Supervisor of Professional Educator Certification Service, and Dante Watson, Supervisor of Recruitment and Retention, from the Michigan Department of Education, discuss
their work to recognize both veterans and current military dependents that are impacted by relocation and high mobility rates involving state issued teacher credentials. In addition to working directly with their legislature to add flexibility
for certification transfers, recent change to Michigan law provides specific grant funds to Michigan schools to assist military veterans and current military dependents. Michigan has proactively been developing a list of options and flexibilities
that support veterans and current military dependents transition into the profession and support continued employability. Krista and Dante may be contacted through email. Krista's email is
riedk@michigan.gov and Dante's email is watsonD18@michigan.gov.
In this episode, we talk with Heather Kirkpatrick from the Alder Graduate School of Education in California where she serves as the CEO & President. Heather can be contacted through email at HKirkpatrick@aldergse.edu.
In this episode, Kris Maul, Co-Founder and Principal of Higher Education Licensure Pros LLC (HELP), discusses the new US Department of Education regulations that go into effect on July 1, requiring
institutions to certify that programs meet educational requirements for licensure/certification where students are located. Kris can be reached through email at kris@higheredlicensurepros.com.
In this episode, we talk with Kerri Whipple of the North Dakota Southeast Education Cooperative and Becky Pitkin with the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board. They discuss North Dakota's
work implementing the Science of Reading. Becky can be reached through email at rpitkin@nd.gov and Kerri's email is kerri.whipple@k12.nd.us.
In this episode, Dr. Cassandra Herring, President and CEO of the Branch Alliance for Educator Diversity (BranchED), discusses the work of BranchEd and how others can get involved. Dr. Herring may be
contacted through email at drherring@educatordiversity.org.
In this episode, Nicole Lytle and Jason Dickinson from Montclair State University in Montclair, discuss their research and work on strategies for questioning children in forensic contexts to increase
the accuracy of legal decision-making in cases involving children. Both Nicole and Jason can be contacted through email. Nicole's email is lytlen@montclair.edu and Jason's is dickinsonj@montclair.edu.
In this final episode of Season 3, Brian Devine, the Chair of the Annual Conference Planning Committee, and Catherine Slagle, NASDTEC Development Coordinator, share what attendees can expect at the upcoming
95th Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, PA, from June 23rd through the 25th.
Season 4 of What's Going On... starts September 10, 2024.
In the first episode of season four of What's Going On, we talk with three new NASDTEC staff members to find out more about their new roles and work. The guests are Lynn Hammonds, Legislative Update Coordinator,
Catherine Slagle, Professional Practices and Educator Conduct Coordinator, and Susan Pinson, Professional Learning Coordinator..
In this episode, we talk with Callie Marksbary, an elementary educator in Lafayette, Indiana, and the chair of the National Council for the Advancement of Educator Ethics. Also joining us is Anne Marie Fenton,
the Facilitator for the Council. They discuss what the Council is, its current and future work.
In this episode, Emily Bogus discusses her doctoral research on teacher mobility and how it may relate to the teacher shortage. Dr. Bogus also presented this research at the 2024 NASDTEC Annual Conference.
Members of NASDTEC can see that presentation in the NASDTEC Encore Series.
In this episode, Joseph A. Pearson, the Head of Community at Moreland University, discusses his work with school districts to create innovative and responsive pathways for teacher certification and professional
development.
In this episode, we talk with Harrison Peters and Steve Gering from the Men of Color in Educational Leadership (MCEL). Educational leaders of color have expressed an urgent need for tools, professional development,
and support specific to their experiences navigating our schools as people of color. Harrison, the CEO, and Steve, a co-founder, explain how MCEL works to address this need.
In this episode, Christopher Clayton, Director of Education Services for the Profession & Pipeline in the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) discusses PSEA's work on effective approaches to help
build a more diverse and sustainable educator pipeline.
In the episode, Dr. Saroja Warner, the Senior Director of Culturally Responsive Systems at WestEd, talks about work related to diversifying the education workforce. Dr. Warner co-presented at the 2024 NASDTEC
Annual Conference with Sheriff El-Mekki. NASDTEC members can view their presentation in the Encore Series to learn more.
In this episode, Hannah Putman, Managing Director of Research at the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), discusses NCTQ's Clinical Practices Framework which identifies the focus areas that make for
strong clinical practice, and lays out actions for states, districts, and prep programs to take in each area.
In this episode, we talk with three of the 2024 NASDTEC forward fund recipients about the work they are doing in their classrooms. Kylie Altier teachers 1st grade at McKinley Elementary School, in Baton Rouge,
LA, Laura Jeanne Penrod teaches high school English at the Southwest Career and Technical Academy, in Clark County School District, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Frank Hughes teaches Special Education and Adapted Physical Education at John G. Leach School
in New Castle, DE.
In this episode, Jason Swanson, the Senior Director of Strategic Foresight from KnowledgeWorks talks about his work with exploring the future and what that may mean for education and educator preparation.
In this episode, Dr. Lynn Hammonds, NASDTEC Legislative Update Coordinators gives and overview of legislative bills of interest that have been filed in various states this legislative session.
In this episode, Brytten Sorgenfrei, an investigator in the Office of Legal Services with the Nebraska Department of Education shares how they train local school districts to conduct investigative trainings.
In this episode, Norah Softic, Deputy General Counsel in the Kentucky Department of Education Office of Legal Services, discusses the office's work with educator conduct, investigations, administrative actions
and restorative practices.
In this two part podcast, Dr. Carolyn Stone, Professor Emeritus at the University of North Florida, discusses suicidal ideation and the role of student services personnel and the impossible situations in which
they are placed. Dr. Stone further discusses how we can change the current practices to protect students and personnel.
In this two part podcast, Dr. Carolyn Stone, Professor Emeritus at the University of North Florida, discusses suicidal ideation and the role of student services personnel and the impossible situations in which
they are placed. Dr. Stone further discusses how we can change the current practices to protect students and personnel.
In this episode, Shavon Harris from Alabama, NASDTEC's Vice President and Chair of the Annual Conference Planning Committee, joins Susan Pinson, the NASTDEC Professional Learning Coordinator, and Aimee Green-Webb,
the Development Coordinator for NASDTEC, to discuss what participants can expect at the 2025 Annual Conference.
Season 5 of What's Going On... starts September 16, 2025.
In the first episode of season five of What's Going On, John Arthur, Utah's 2021 Teacher of the Year discusses working and collaborating with policymakers to improve education for all students.
In this first part of a two-part podcast, Nason Lollar, a twenty-five years in the field of education, discusses his experiences and work with Troy Hutchings, our guest podcast host. Dr. Lollar shares experiences
from his first book, The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism.
In this second episode of a two-part podcast, Nason Lollar, a twenty-five years in the field of education, and Troy Hutchings conclude their discussion on Dr. Lollar experiences and work.
In this episode, Heather Klesch and Lynn Hammonds discuss how states are implementing innovative funding models aimed at reducing or eliminating the costs associated with teacher certification exams. These
efforts represent a strategic investment in the educator pipeline, helping to ensure that all qualified individuals, regardless of financial means, can pursue a career in teaching.
In this episode, Kathy Ogden Macfarlane and Dr. Andrew Kwok, discuss their research concerning evidence-based practices for teacher induction programs and practices to avoid during implementation.
In this episode, Malia Hite, Jennifer Prince, and Lisa McLachlan, discuss Utah's Alternate Pathway to Professional Educator License (APPEL). APPEL programs are administered by local school districts, charter
schools, or the Board, and prepare individuals to meet the requirements for a Utah professional license or license area of concentration.